Bemerside Ready To Celebrate 99th Annual Feast Of St Anthony

Come join us at the feast of St Anthony’s. Photo supplied

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The Bemerside community is preparing to celebrate the 99th annual Feast of St Anthony on Sunday, 14 June 2026. This much-loved local tradition brings together faith, family, and community in a day filled with prayer, food, and festivities.

As the only celebration of its kind held in the Townsville diocese, this cherished event has stood strong for nearly a century. Today, the next generation continues to honour the important religious occasion, with some visitors travelling great distances to attend.

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Throughout the afternoon, a variety of food and drink stalls will be operating, offering everything from a BBQ and fish and chips to granita, cannoli, cakes, and sandwiches. A licensed bar, tea, coffee, and soft drinks will also be available.

Entertainment for all ages will feature live music from Anthony Fracchia, alongside a jumping castle for the children, a bottle stall, the 500 Club, and a monster raffle. Religious articles will also be featured.

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This annual celebration remains a valued part of the Hinchinbrook region’s cultural and spiritual life, and everyone is warmly invited to attend, share in the vibrant community spirit, and honour tradition.

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For more information please contact Anthony on 0408 151 833

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Event Schedule

• 11:00 am: Celebration of Mass, led by the Parish Priest.

• 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Lunch, stalls, and entertainment.

• 2:30 pm: Procession and Rosary, followed by the Blessing of Children and the Distribution of St Anthony’s Bread.

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WHAT: 99th Annual Feast of St Anthony.
WHEN: 11:00am - 6:00pm Sunday, 8th June 2025.
WHERE: St Anthony's Church on 18 Fulton Dr, Bemerside.

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